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The cult favorite 1965 novel Dune was a classic of sci-fi literature. But author Leigh Bardugo says that when she was 12, Dune wasn't just an escape — it changed her world. Has a book ever opened your eyes to an alternate reality? Tell us in the comments.

In Richard Ford's latest novel, retired school teacher Dell Parsons reflects on the summer when his parents — two unlikely criminals — robbed a bank and shifted his young life from Montana to Saskatchewan, where he was taken in by a murderous fugitive.

Sir Roger Moore has played James Bond more than any other actor; his new memoir, One Lucky Bastard, chronicles a life spent working and laughing with stars — and learning how to kiss from Lana Turner.

A broadcast of the debate between playwright AUGUST WILSON and critic ROBERT BRUSTEIN over multiculturalism and the theater. The discussion is moderated by actress, playwright, and performance artist ANNA DEAVERE SMITH. Wilson, winner of the Pulitzer Prize and author of the well-known play "Fences" says the modern theater system jeopardizes the values of black actors because it is dominated by white society. Brustein, the American Repertory Theater's artistic director and the theater critic of "The New Republic," claims Wilson's ideas encourage black separatism. The debate was held at New York's Town Hall on January 27, and is a follow-up of the past year's growing discussion between the two men in theater magazines. (THIS INTERVIEW CONTINUES INTO THE SECOND HALF OF THE SHOW)12:28:30 FORWARD PROMO (:29)12:29:00 I.D. BREAK (:59)12:30:00 TOWN HALL discussion continues. TOWN HALL discussion continues. 12:58:30 NEXT SHOW PROMO (:29) PROMO COPYOn today's Fresh air — multiculturalism and the theater. A broadcast of the discussion between Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright AUGUST WILSON and theater critic ROBERT BRUSTEIN (Bru-STEEN) about the racial politics of American theater. Actress and playwright ANNA DEAVERE (DUH-veer) SMITH moderates the debate. The discussion was held at New York's Town Hall last week. That's coming up on Fresh Air.

Actor and screenwriter BUCK HENRY. Henry was screenwriter for the popular film "Get Smart" with Mel Brooks, "Catch-22," "What's Up Doc," and other films. He also co-wrote the script for the 1967 film "The Graduate" and played the role of the hotel clerk. It is now 30 years later and an anniversary presentation of the film is being held at the New York Film Forum February 14th to the 27th. (This interview was held before an audience at the Film Forum, Feb 13th). (THIS INTERVIEW CONTINUES INTO THE SECOND HALF OF THE SHOW)12:28:30 FORWARD PROMO (:29)12:29:00 I.D. BREAK (:59)12:30:00 BUCK HENRY cont'd.JUSTIN KAPLAN and ANNE BERNAYS are the authors of the new book, "The Language of Names: What We Call Ourselves and Why It Matters" (Simon & Schuster). Both have written previous books: MS. BERNAYS is the author of eight novels, including the award-winning "Growing Up Rich" and "Professor Romeo," as well as numerous short stories. MR. KAPLAN won a Pulitzer Prize for his biography, "Mr. Clemens and Mark Twain." He's also the General Editor of Barlett's Familiar Quotations (16th edition). (THIS INTERVIEW CONTINUES AFTER THE FLOATER)KAPLAN & BERNAYS cont'd.12:58:30 NEXT SHOW PROMO (:29) PROMO COPY On the next Fresh Air...actor and screenwriter BUCK HENRY. Terry Gross talks with him live before an audience at the Film Forum in New York city. HENRY was screenwriter of the 1967 film "The Graduate" and also played the hotel clerk. He talks with Terry Gross about his experience working on the much acclaimed film and its defining moments. That and more coming up on today's Fresh Air.

A concert and interview with singer ROSEMARY CLOONEY taped before a live audience in San Francisco, January 18th, as part of the City Arts & Lectures series. CLOONEY sings some of her best known songs, accompanied by a quintet directed by John Oddo. She also talks with Terry about her life. Her 1996 album "Dedicated to Nelson" (a tribute to Nelson Riddle) has been nominated for a Grammy. She also released a Christmas album, "White Christmas." Her last 20 albums have been recorded on Concord Jazz. (THIS CONCERT CONTINUES THRU THE END OF THE SHOW).12:28:30 FORWARD PROMO (:29)12:29:00 I.D. BREAK (:59)12:30:00 ROSEMARY CLOONEY continued. ROSEMARY CLOONEY continued. 12:58:30 NEXT SHOW PROMO (:29) PROMO COPYOn today's Fresh air -- one of the finest interpreters of American Song: ROSEMARY CLOONEY . . .a broadcast of her concert in San Francisco last month, as part of the City Arts & Lectures series. . . She'll sing some of her best known songs, and talk with Terry Gross about her life. That's coming up on Fresh Air.

Physicist Brian Greene believes that in unraveling the mysteries of the universe, we can find an appreciation for our own place in the cosmos and be inspired by the drama of exploration and discovery.

Singer Kelly Willis says she "had something to prove" with Translated from Love, her first CD in five years. She hopes people do a "double take" when listening to the disc, which includes a cover of an Iggy Pop song.

Catharsis comes heavy and often in the Staten Island band's raucous-yet-refined rock sound, which reflects a new generation's willingness to look back on the '80s and '90s with fresh eyes and ears.

A new study shows that Latino-led content attracted new viewers to streaming platforms and helped make shows and films more popular.